Systemwide Events Calendar

Waimanalo Taro Field Day

The public is invited to attend the University of Hawai‘i College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resources (CTAHR) Taro Field Day at the Waimānalo Research Station, which showcases CTAHR’s Taro Germplasm Collection and raise visitors’ awareness of the statewide Taro Security and Purity Task Force.

Topics discussed will include the many taro varieties in Hawai‘i and new and innovative techniques for growing taro, including dryland taro culture, organic taro production, phytosanitation, and apple snail infestation prevention.

Participants will also be able to tour CTAHR’s organic taro collection and network with fellow farmers and Hawai‘i’s agricultural agencies. Waimānalo community members will also offer kalo-pounding demonstrations.